Protected Areas Integration in BNG Site Surveys: Ecologist Protocols for Maximizing Biodiversity Gains in 2026 Conservation Zones
Only 15% of England's land area falls within designated protected areas — yet these zones can unlock disproportionately large biodiversity gains when properly integrated into Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) site surveys. For ecology teams racing to meet 2026 compliance deadlines, understanding how to leverage existing conservation designations is no longer optional. It is a strategic […]
